The Huawei E160 3G modem is very common and used in many countries by different mobile operators. Generally considered a lower end model and for this reason is often the dongle supplied with Pay As You Go mobile broadband. Although lower end, it is a perfectly capable modem and for most users easily fulfils their requirements.

The E160 comes in several flavours E160, E160E, E160G and E160X. The difference between the models is the UMTS frequency bands at which they work.